'This edition of Witt’s diary
constitutes a very important source for historians. It is also a treasure trove
for interdisciplinary postcolonial and transcultural research. Literary
scholars can identify Witt’s narratological features and rhetorical strategies
in detail. Witt’s diary provides unique opportunities for a host of profound
and innovative studies.'

Montfort, is the Winner
of the 2017 Verbruggen prize, awarded annually by the De Re Militari
society for the best book on medieval military history. The awarding committee
stated that the volume offers “a through exploration of all the sources,
archaeological and literary, relating to an important site. A model for future
work.”